Materials Engineer - Engine Materials & Failure Analysis

Honda South Carolina Manufacturing; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Honda is seeking a Materials Engineer to identify material specifications for components and analyze parts for failure in support of high‑performance engineering projects. The role includes developing raw material specs and providing data for design and qualification.

You will conduct metallurgical testing, prepare samples, and generate standard reports while maintaining lab equipment and safety standards. Collaborative, detail‑oriented work is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering or related field.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and codes.
• Hands-on lab work with materials testing and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Identify material specifications and support component manufacturing.
• Analyze parts for failure diagnosis in high‑performance projects.
• Prepare samples and reports detailing metallurgical findings.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and safety practices.
• Collaborate with teams to solve material issues.

Skills

Materials Engineering

Metallurgical testing

Engineering drawings

Microsoft Office

Lab safety

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Materials Engineering

Tools

Microscopes

Metallurgical equipment

Job description

Honda is seeking a Materials Engineer to identify material specifications for components and analyze parts for failure in support of high‑performance engineering projects. The role includes developing raw material specs and providing data for design and qualification.

You will conduct metallurgical testing, prepare samples, and generate standard reports while maintaining lab equipment and safety standards. Collaborative, detail‑oriented work is essential.